2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 653 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |